Pot Size: 3.5"
Accepted Scientific Name: Agave guadalajarana
Origin and Habitat:
Native to the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, Agave guadalajarana grows on rocky volcanic slopes between 4,000 and 6,000 feet in elevation. The environment is semi-arid, with cool, dry winters and warm, sunny summers. Plants experience strong light and excellent drainage in native soils.
Description:
This small to medium-sized agave forms tight rosettes about 18 inches tall and 24 inches wide. The grey-green leaves are broad, short, and beautifully patterned with distinct bud imprints and dark brown teeth along the margins. It produces tall inflorescences up to 10 feet, bearing yellow flowers.
Cultivation:
Zone: 9–11
Temperature: Minimum 0°C
Growth rate: Slow to moderate
Soil: Well-draining mix with pumice
Watering: Allow to dry between waterings; reduce in winter
Fertilizing: Every 2–3 weeks during active growth
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Pests and diseases: Susceptible to agave snout weevil and fungal rot if overwatered
Propagation:
Propagated from offsets or seed, though offsets are slower to form.
